is recognized as one of the greatest posers ever. He redefined that aspect of the sport more than 30 years ago. Ed, like Al Beckles, is one of those guys who kept improving as he aged and competed successfully into his mid-60's. It is he,

not Arnold, who is featured on the cover of the book 'Pumping Iron'. He figures prominently in the film as well. In recent years Ed suffered a stroke whichproved only a minor setback as he continues to promote his own bodybuilding show, The Ed Corney Classic.